Ireland Challenges UK's Troubles Legacy Act in Court

Ireland is launching a legal challenge against the UK government's Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023, arguing that it is incompatible with the UK's obligations under the European convention on human rights. The act grants limited immunity from prosecution for Troubles-related offenses to those who cooperate with the Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery, and also halts future civil cases and legacy inquests. The Irish government's decision to pursue legal action comes after the British government failed to engage with concerns raised about the legislation, leaving Ireland with few options.